December 13, 2025

US Seizes Venezuelan Oil Tanker Skipper Amid Rising Tensions Over Maduro

The US seized the oil tanker Skipper carrying 1.85 million barrels of Venezuelan crude. The ship is headed to Houston but too large to dock there. US is stepping up pressure on President Maduro with more ship seizures expected. Chevron’s licence in Venezuela was also renewed, highlighting US strategy.

December 13, 2025

Heavy Rain Causes Major Flooding, Evacuations in Western Washington; State Budget Rollout Delayed

An atmospheric river dumped heavy rain over western Washington, causing record flooding and evacuations. The state budget rollout is delayed as recovery efforts ramp up with federal aid now approved.

December 13, 2025

Kremlin: Russian Police to Stay in Donbas Even After War Ends

Russia's Kremlin official says Russian police and National Guard will remain in Donbas after war ends. Ceasefire only after Ukraine withdraws troops. Ukraine may reject the deal.

December 13, 2025

Kerala Begins Counting Votes for 2025 Local Body Elections; Results by Saturday

Kerala started counting votes from the 2025 local body elections today. Over 2.1 crore voters participated. Results from 244 centres expected by Saturday. LDF, UDF, and NDA await results ahead of 2026 Assembly polls.

December 13, 2025

Kerala Local Body Election Vote Counting Begins, Results by Saturday

Kerala's 2025 local body election vote counting started today at 8 a.m. Results will come by Saturday afternoon. Stay tuned for live updates from the State Election Commission.